Se connecterThe convicts filed into the throne room as we were all seated; they were in a pretty bad shape, beaten, battered and obviously tortured to spill the truth. At this point, I could not recognize them anymore; not that I knew them, but their facial features were nothing to write home about. Their faces either had a swollen eyelid or an open bruise on their faces or bodies, it was a gory sight which took all the willpower in me not to throw up or let my emotions run wild. I had already prepped my granite face before entering the throne room; showing my weakness in front if these people, even the council would put me in a more uncomfortable position. I felt heat rise up to my cheek alongside my breakfast in my throat; I shifted uncomfortably in the throne, struggling to concentrate on the trial. The faces was already getting etched in my head that I had to shut my eyes repeatedly. Kael was quick to notice my discomfort; he leaned in closer to me, “would you like to excuse yourself for
“My lord, the envelope is meant for the queen alone.” There was hesitation and edginess in his voice, it made me wonder if Kael was right about him. “Since you insist, this would be handed to the queen. But we would look into this matter,” Kael’s voice rang out. “My Lord, that’s not what I was talking about…..” Tate cut in with protest. “This issue alongside the other would be evaluated tomorrow,” he spoke as he walked into my room. I had already tucked in myself when he entered, “your majesty.” I spoke tiredly. “How are you doing my lady?” he sat on the edge of the bed and handed me a large box with the envelope. “I hope you did not experience any discomfort today.” “What’s this?” I said instead, examining the box like it was a time bomb. “A music box, I figured it would be useful for times like this. You’re shaken pretty badly so this would help soothe and relieve your worries,” he explained. “Thank you, Kael.” I was already drowsy and knew it would not take long before Kae
Theo held my hand like a child would hold on to an aged mother, “since it is a friend’s gathering, I think it’s wise to act as one.” I smiled, “do you mean walking behind me as a bodyguard? But that is your job.” “Spare me this one time please!” He whined. I laughed, “just this one time, after this one, no more.” “I thought we were friends,” he muttered with puppy eyes. “No bribing, now let’s move, I’m the hostess and I don’t want to be late.”Maddie and Barbara had gone ahead to prepare the food and drinks, I knew it was going to be wonderful. “Shall we, my lady?” Theo said with a bow.“What do you expect from this? I know it’s strange a queen is this accommodating with her subjects, I doubt the people would want to loosen up or feel too comfortable in fear of angering me.” “Hmmm, why don’t we get there and see how it goes.” Theo shrugged. “I was equally surprised you were hosting a picnic with all your staff, but it’s like an appreciation event with the hopes of you enjoying
“What are your plans for celebrating this win? This is the first case you’ve handled alone and you did exceptionally well,” I stroked her chestnut hair gently. She sat in front of her vanity mirror as she worked her multiple beauty products on her face, she did not break her concentration either neither did she give me an immediate response. “You do not need these things you know,” I turned to look in the mirror. “You are absolutely beautiful just the way you are.” “I look like a cow,” she mumbled aloud. I burst into laughter and shook my head; “that’s not true, you might look a cow now but a very astonishingly beautiful one.” “At least you spoke the truth that I look like a cow…” she muttered. “A very beautiful one,” I cut in. “I was asking you a question, maybe it could be a relief to your situation.” “Yeah,” she heaved. “I think I want to have a picnic,” I frowned, “a picnic? What is your reason behind wanting to do this?” “You said it has to be something that would give me
I looked at him for a few minutes and then narrowed my eyes, “when did you begin to question me about my whereabouts? I really don’t appreciate it…..” “I’m trying to keep you safe,” he cut in. “Besides, it’s about time you settle down, this marriage and ruling the kingdom would not work with you moving around.” “And how would you know that huh? Having staying in a place, cooped up like a fowl helped?” I snapped. I knew this was going to happen but it was better being here than with Vespera, Dorian was flexible and easily manipulated. “I have never had any problem with you going out, especially if it is for the progress of the kingdom and my rule, but right now a lot is happening, the so-called queen is truly raising dust in every part of the country.” “Oh, you were referring to the conspiracy trial that happened recently. I assure you babe, that bitch can do nothing out of the ordinary. She’ll get tired soon and stop barking all over the place, power is intoxicating you know and s
Immediately I got the message that elder Christopher was apprehended and condemned to a life of imprisonment, I ran to lady Vespera. She was no longer in the country house she retired to, she had moved back to the city which made more sense. I could not bear the last visit and have been stalling ever since. Her home was a sprawling beauty with every technology known to man; I even had to do a head scan to be allowed into the compound since an appointment was an important factor, it was as though her life upgraded in multiple folds. I was almost lost in the beauty of the mansion, but as someone who grew up in a similar background I pretended it was another random building I had to visit for business gratification. But deep down I was enthralled and amazed, has she always been like this?A servant walked up to me as I stepped into the lobby and greeted cordially. “Where is lady Vespera? I need to see her urgently,” I said nonchalantly while still scrutinizing and admiring the house t







